Less than 10 percent of single-use plastic is recycled, most of it bottles and jugs. That rate is far lower — close to zero, in fact — for smaller bits and pieces of packaging such as bottle caps, straws and coffee pods. In the cosmetics industry, for example, few of
FEATool Multiphysics version 1.17.4 includes updates to its CAD and geometry engine, adds support for tabulated and interpolated coefficient data, and introduces improvements to the user interface and performance. Built-in support for tabulated data in coefficients A new feature in FEATool Multiphysics v1.17.4 adds support for using non-linear tabulated and
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla Robotaxi odds, Rivian R1 Quad, Hyundai Ioniq 9, and more Today’s episode is brought to you by Bosch Mobility Aftermarket—A global leader and trusted provider of automotive
UK-based components supplier GKN Aerospace has completed and delivered the first high-voltage Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS) for the Clean Aviation SWITCH project. The AC wire harnesses, designed, assembled and tested at GKN Aerospace’s site in Papendrecht, the Netherlands, enable megawatt-class hybrid electric propulsion. Additional units will be shipped in
Tesla partner PepsiCo is set to build new Semi charging stations at one of its manufacturing sites, as revealed in new permitting plans shared this week. On Friday, Tesla charging station scout MarcoRP shared plans on X for 18 Semi Megacharging stalls at PepsiCo’s facility in Charlotte, North Carolina, coming
Tesla is officially entering India with the opening of its first showroom and experience center in Mumbai next week. The event is scheduled for July 15 at the Bandra Kurla Complex, a premier business district in Mumbai. Tesla imports to India signal an early-stage market entry strategy According to Indian
Tesla has scheduled its 2025 annual shareholder meeting for November 6, addressing investor concerns that the company was nearing a legal deadline to hold the event. The automaker announced the date on Thursday in a Form 8-K submitted to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The company also
As Europe’s electricity mix is getting cleaner, battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) are also offering a larger climate advantage than previously expected, according to the results of a new study released this week. On Wednesday, the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) released a study noting that BEVs sold today produce 73
OpenAI, the xAI competitor for which Elon Musk previously served as a boardmember and helped to co-found, has reportedly poached high-level engineers from Tesla, along with others from xAI, X, and still others. On Tuesday, Wired reported that OpenAI hired four high-level engineers from Tesla, xAI, and X, as seen in an
The transition to clean energy and electrification is accelerating across sectors—and lithium technology is at the forefront. From grid-scale deployments to individual homeowners, recreational users, and outdoor enthusiasts, here’s how key segments are evolving: The energy storage battery revolution supporting power systems worldwide The rise of home energy storage for
Discussion over AI and climate tends to cluster around two duelling opinions: Advocates hail the technology’s potential to accelerate progress toward net zero, while skeptics warn of a leap in emissions caused by the energy needed to power it. Researchers at the London School of Economics (LSE) have weighed the
ABB Robotics has introduced an updated generation of its IRB 1200 small robot series, designed to offer improved speed and precision. The new models are available in four payload options—5, 7, 8, and 9 kg. The 9 kg variant is suitable for tasks involving larger or heavier components, supporting a
BMW Motorrad’s futuristic electric scooter just got its first real refresh since beginning production in 2021. The BMW CE 04, already one of the most capable and stylish electric maxi-scooters on the market, now gets a set of upgraded trim options, new aesthetic touches, and a more robust list of
ZF has introduced TempAI, a production-ready, AI-based temperature management technology designed to improve the performance and efficiency of electric motors in electric vehicles. Utilizing a self-learning temperature model, TempAI enhances temperature prediction accuracy by over 15 percent, enabling more precise thermal utilization of electric motors and increasing performance without compromising
Hyper-competition in China’s electric vehicle sector is spilling over to its biggest market in Asia, Thailand, as smaller players struggle to compete with dominant BYD , putting ambitious local production plans at risk. Neta, among the earliest Chinese EV brands to enter Thailand in 2022, is an example of a
Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) has released its Q2 2025 vehicle delivery and production report. As per the report, the company delivered over 384,000 vehicles in the second quarter of 2025, while deploying 9.6 GWh in energy storage. Vehicle production also reached 410,244 units for the quarter. Model 3/Y dominates output, ahead
With the global push toward carbon neutrality and the rapid development of clean energy technologies, electric boat power systems are quickly becoming the preferred solution in the marine industry. From sightseeing boats and inner-city ferries to private yachts and fishing boats, more users are switching from traditional diesel engines to
Banks and other financiers award only 2 percent of funding to the circular economy. As a result, innovations with the biggest potential to transform the global economy, reduce risks and slash emissions are left on the table, according to the first Circularity Gap Report Finance, released June 30. Moreover, only
